I’m sitting down with Hitha Palepu—CEO, author, speaker, and dynamic mom of 2 boys—who embodies the multi-hyphenate lifestyle. Whether you’re juggling a career, personal goals, or family life, Hitha’s journey offers insights on how to thrive in multiple roles without burning out. As the CEO of Rhoshan Pharmaceuticals and thought leader across multiple platforms, Hitha’s […]

This week I’m bringing you a heartfelt, insightful, and authentic conversation with Rebecca Michael, the Head of Marketing for Google Search & Maps. As an executive, a mother of two, and a seasoned professional with an impressive tenure at Google, Rebecca shares her journey of embracing imperfection and finding fulfillment in both her personal and […]

Today I’m chatting with my neighbor, and friend, Julie Harris, Chief Revenue Officer of Seso and mom to two under 6, with one on the way. Julie’s journey is a masterclass in networking, building community, and investing in a robust support system. Her strategies for finding time for a social life, maintaining 1:1 time with […]

As a parent, juggling multiple kids at a time can feel like a trip to the circus. Whether you’re heading to the zoo, beach, or park, there’s always one kid in tears, another one darting off, or up to mischief. Sometimes, all you need is something to keep everyone contained and comfortable without making them […]

Traveling with a baby or toddler can be both exciting and overwhelming, especially when it comes to keeping them entertained on a plane. Long flights can test our patience, especially when we’re running on a few hours of sleep. We travel A LOT and we enjoy bringing our kids along for the adventures. I’m sharing […]

Traveling with an infant can be challenging, but it’s well worth it. Even if they don’t remember the trips years from now, you will. You’ll remember the smiling, the bonding, and every special moment you shared. My husband and I have continued traveling since we’ve had kids, so both Willow and Caden have been avid […]

If you’re planning an international trip with your family, consider signing up for Global Entry. Global Entry is a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) program that allows expedited clearance for pre-approved, low-risk travelers. This means you can skip those massive lines at US immigration and customs and get to your final destination faster. And let’s […]

Since June 2021, our family has taken 42+ flights with Southwest Airlines. Leveraging the benefits of our Southwest Companion Pass, we managed to cut over $20,000 in airfare costs during this period. We also had the Companion Pass in 2018 and 2019, which we aptly named “wedding season,” and estimated our savings at an additional […]

We love Hawaii. It’s one of the most beautiful places in the United States (maybe even the world) to visit and it’s completely family-friendly. One of Caden’s very first trips was to Kauai, and it was an amazing experience! You can read more about going to Kauai with kids here, but today I wanted to […]

The multiple-times-sold-out No Reception Club Getaway Diaper Bag is coming back in stock, so I’m excited to share my review of this incredible travel diaper bag that’s accompanied our family on over 25 flights. So let’s get to it… Okay real talk about traveling with toddlers. It can be pure chaos, and every little bit […]

Why Travel with Your Baby? Embarking on a journey with your baby may seem overwhelming the first time, from organizing the necessary baby essentials to confirming the availability of a crib at your destination – it can be a lot to manage! However, traveling with your baby can be one of the easiest opportunities to […]

Traveling with babies is rewarding… and challenging. Even just a short drive within your home city can be a whole ordeal with a baby, but that doesn’t stop my family from traveling all over the world with our kids. There are a lot of ways you can make traveling as a family easier. However, one […]

Traveling with kids is one of the most rewarding things you can do as a parent. The experience benefits everyone, no matter their age, and you’ll never regret the adventures you take together. However, there’s a reason many people don’t travel with children. It’s intimidating! Even though I’ve gone on dozens of trips with Willow […]

Napa Valley is in Northern California, about an hour northeast of San Francisco where we live. When people hear Napa Valley, they usually think of wine tastings and Michelin-star restaurants, so naturally they consider it a “grown-up” vacation spot for couples and girls trips. However, Jason and I love to visit Napa as a family […]

Investing in a good backpack is essential for a traveling mama. If you love to visit both domestic and international destinations with your kids like I do, you know there’s always plenty to pack. Regardless of the age of your children, you’re always carrying essentials, from snacks to diapers to full on potties and everything […]

I’ve taken my toddler on over 26 flights. Here’s how we survive the travel day. Traveling with a toddler? Well that can be just down right frightening, right!? After 26 flights with Caden, who IMO is on the extreme end of energetic and emotional, we’ve learned a thing or two for how to make the […]

Let me take you back to when I was pregnant with Willow. I was sitting in my living room, surrounded by a sea of toys, with my toddler tugging at my leg and my baby kicking me in the ribs. I had a dream of taking my family to Italy, the perfect family friendly destination, […]

So you’ve got this adorable new addition to your family and you’re itching to introduce them to the wonders of the world. Good news! The third and fourth months of your baby’s life are the perfect time to start traveling – road trips, domestic flights in the United States, and yes, international trips too. Your […]

Sleepless nights, emotional breakdowns, unpredictable daily schedules – all reasons a road trip with a baby could seem overwhelming. Here are some tips to make it not only approachable, but fun and remarkably doable; I promise you’ll want to hit the road again ASAP. Starting with my top tip to prevent car seat blowouts. Let’s […]

Finally, we took our first big vacation since pre-pandemic! While we’ve gone on a few long weekend road-trips, nothing compares to a full week of time off together as a family. 18 months was far too long and you can bet we won’t be waiting that long again. When it came time to decide where […]

A packing checklist for a summer weekend getaway with your newborn baby The best way to create calm before the chaos of a long weekend family road trip is to feel prepared and pack in advance.  You’re probably accustomed to having all the gadgets and products you could ever need at home for your baby, […]

Make your first weekend road trip a breeze with a newborn baby Sleepless nights, emotional breakdowns, unpredictable daily schedules, getting the hang of this new mom life – all reasons a road trip with a newborn baby could seem overwhelming. Here are some ways to make it not only approachable, but fun and remarkably doable so much so that you’ll […]